Francis Jensen, M.D.
Please view the following videos and answer the associated questions for each of them. You may use the Teenage Brain Word Document as a template to submit your answers. |
The Teenage Brain Word Document
Part 1 What makes the teenage brain unique? What are the prevailing beliefs about the teenage brain and what are the most common misconceptions? If teenagers have a heightened ability to learn and retain information, why do they make poor behavioral judgments? |
Part 2 Are there differences in brain development for girls and boys? How do drugs and alcohol affect the teenage brain? |
Part 3 What implications does this neuroscience information have for society? What advice do you offer teens? What messages are parents taking away from your presentations? |